Nordstrom Bans Fur and Exotic Animal Skins

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Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) announced on Sept. 29, 2020, its decision to cease selling products made from animal fur or exotic animal skin by the end of 2021. This policy will apply to all Nordstrom brands, including Nordstrom Rack and Last Chance stores, as well as its e-commerce platforms. The move, made in partnership with the Humane Society of the United States, aims to enhance customer satisfaction and respond to feedback. Kitty Block, CEO of the Humane Society, praised Nordstrom for taking significant steps toward more humane business practices.

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• Nordstrom is the first U.S.-based retailer to ban exotic animal skins.
• The decision is expected to enhance customer loyalty and attract ethically conscious consumers.

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WASHINGTON and SEATTLE, Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today announced the company will stop selling products made using animal fur or exotic animal skin by the end of 2021. The new companywide policy includes Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack and Last Chance stores, as well as Nordstrom's e-commerce sites. The commitment was made in partnership with the Humane Society of the United States.    

"As a leading fashion retailer, we're committed to delivering the best possible service and merchandise for our customers. Delivering on that commitment means continually listening to customer feedback and evolving our product offering to ensure we're meeting their needs," said Teri Bariquit, chief merchandising officer at Nordstrom. "As part of our ongoing product evolution, we've been working with the Humane Society of the United States and recently made the decision to stop offering products made with genuine fur or exotic animal skin in any of our stores or online. Our private label brands haven't used these materials for years, so extending this policy to all the brands we carry is a natural next step for our business."  

Kitty Block, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, said, "We applaud Nordstrom for ending the sale of fur and becoming the first U.S. based retailer to ban exotic animal skins. This is a pivotal step toward a more humane business model and a safer world for animals, sending a clear message that animals should not suffer for the sake of fashion. Nordstrom's decision will surely have a ripple effect on other influential fashion leaders."  

The full details of the new Nordstrom policy can be found online at NordstromCares.com.  

Media Contacts:  
Karin Muskopf, Nordstrom Inc. 
nordstrompr@nordstrom.com, 1-877-746-6228 

Emily Ehrhorn, Humane Society of the United States  
eehrhorn@humanesociety.org, 202-779-1814  

About Nordstrom  
Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion retailer based in the U.S. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 355 stores in 40 states, including 100 full-line stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico; 248 Nordstrom Rack stores; two clearance stores; and five Nordstrom Local service hubs. Additionally, customers are served online through Nordstrom.com, Nordstrom.ca,  Nordstromrack.com, HauteLook.com and TrunkClub.com. Nordstrom, Inc.'s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.  

About the Humane Society of the United States  
Founded in 1954, the Humane Society of the United States and its affiliates around the globe fight the big fights to end suffering for all animals. Together with millions of supporters, the HSUS takes on puppy mills, factory farms, trophy hunts, animal testing and other cruel industries, and together with its affiliates, rescues and provides direct care for over 100,000 animals every year. The HSUS works on reforming corporate policy, improving and enforcing laws and elevating public awareness on animal issues. More at humanesociety.org.   Subscribe to Kitty Block's blog, A Humane World. Follow the HSUS Media Relations department on Twitter. Read the award-winning All Animals magazine. Listen to the Humane Voices Podcast.  

 

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FAQ

When will Nordstrom stop selling products made with animal fur or exotic animal skin?

Nordstrom will stop selling these products by the end of 2021.

What brands are affected by Nordstrom's new policy on animal products?

The policy affects all Nordstrom brands, including Nordstrom Rack and Last Chance stores, as well as its e-commerce sites.

Who partnered with Nordstrom to implement the ban on fur and exotic animal skins?

Nordstrom partnered with the Humane Society of the United States.

Is Nordstrom the first retailer in the U.S. to ban exotic animal skins?

Yes, Nordstrom is the first U.S.-based retailer to ban the sale of exotic animal skins.

What is the stock symbol for Nordstrom?

The stock symbol for Nordstrom is JWN.